August 23, 2025
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FLUX.1 Kontext Dev

Discover the breakthrough multimodal image editing model from Black Forest Labs that combines text and image inputs for context-aware editing with unprecedented character consistency and iterative capabilities in ComfyUI.

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev

What is FLUX.1 Kontext Dev?

Introducing FLUX.1 Kontext Dev, the breakthrough multimodal image editing model from Black Forest Labs. Built on a 12 billion parameter diffusion transformer foundation, this advanced AI tool revolutionizes image editing by supporting simultaneous text and image inputs for intelligent, context-aware modifications.

What makes FLUX.1 Kontext Dev exceptional is its multimodal approach: it combines intelligent context understanding with precise editing capabilities, ensuring character consistency and composition stability across multiple iterative edits while maintaining exceptional image quality and speed.

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Key Features

Character Consistency

Preserves unique elements in images across multiple scenes and environments, such as reference characters or objects in the image

Targeted Editing

Makes targeted modifications to specific elements in the image without affecting other parts

Style Reference

Generates novel scenes while preserving the unique style of the reference image according to text prompts

Interactive Speed

Minimal latency in image generation and editing

ComfyUI Workflows & Playground

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev (Nunchaku)

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev (Nunchaku)

Flux Kontext Dev edit two images with nunchaku.

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev (NAG)

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev (NAG)

Combine two characters seamlessly using iterative NAG editing. Preserve character traits and context across multiple editing rounds.

Compare with Qwen Image Edit

See how FLUX.1 Kontext Dev stacks up against Qwen Image Edit, another leading image editing model. Try both models side by side with the interactive comparison tool below.

Interactive Model Comparison

Test different prompts and compare results between both models

FeatureFLUX.1 Kontext DevQwen Image Edit
Model Size12B parameters (dev), Pro/Max variants20B parameters
Editing ApproachIn-context generation with multimodal flowSemantic + appearance editing with VAE control
Text EditingAdvanced typography generationBilingual (Chinese/English) with font preservation
SpeedUp to 8x faster than competing modelsStandard inference time
Iterative EditingMulti-turn iterative editing with consistencySingle-pass editing
Character ConsistencyCross-scene character and style consistencyStrong identity preservation

Which Model Should You Choose?

FLUX.1 Kontext Dev

Excellent for rapid iteration and creative experimentation with 8x faster speeds and multi-turn editing capabilities. Perfect for artists, developers, and creative teams who need quick results and iterative workflows with character consistency.

Qwen Image Edit

Perfect for professional workflows requiring precise element modifications, bilingual text editing, and detailed control over image elements. Ideal for graphic designers, content creators, and businesses needing high-quality, accurate edits.

Learn more about Qwen Image Edit

Both models offer unique strengths - try them in the interactive comparison above to see which fits your workflow best.

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